Written by Robbie Morrison
Art by Talent Caldwell; Matt “Batt” Banning; Horacio Domingues; Carrie Strachan; & Travis Lanham
Cover Art by Talent Caldwell; Matt “Batt” Banning; & Carrie Strachan
SUMMARY:
Released by DC Comics’ Wildstorm imprint for November 2005, the opener of this nine-part series is entitled “The Art of Living Dangerously.” On a night in New York City, the WildCATS (Mr. Majestic, Zealot, Savant, & Grifter) intervene when Charis/Nemesis single-handedly attacks a heavily-armed convoy in brutal fashion. Holding the convoy’s passenger, a young girl named Kara, as her hostage, Charis schemes a fast getaway to end her standoff vs. the WildCATS.
In flashback, via the ‘Planetary Guide, 1925,’ the distant past re: the Kherans and Daemonites’ shared existence on Earth is revealed. At Southern Italty’s Mount Vesuvios in 995 B.C., the origin of double-agent Charis comes to light. Included is the beginning of her ancient Coda feud with Zealot, who believes that Charis is a traitor.
Note: Though the cover indicates that it’s a six-issue mini-series, this series ultimately goes nine issues.
REVIEW:
Writer Robbie Morrison’s scripting is ideally matched by the art squad’s high caliber visuals (i.e. the cover image). The result is excellent WildCats entertainment. Suffice to say, this spin-off heavy on the WildCats’ backstory displays impressive potential from the get-go.
ADDITIONAL CONTENT:
The “Stormfront” page offers cover glimpses for WildCATS: Nemesis # 2; Captain Atom: Armageddon # 1; and Robotech: Prelude to The Shadow Chronicles.
BRIAN’S ODD MOON RATING: 8 Stars
